Effects of Bright-light Exposure Combined With Specific Exercise Training (BEST) Program in Patients With Cancer

Launched by TAIPEI VETERANS GENERAL HOSPITAL, TAIWAN · May 16, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, called the BEST Program, is exploring how a combination of bright-light exposure and specific exercise training can help patients with lung and esophageal cancer. Over six weeks, the study aims to see if this approach can improve sleep patterns, physical and mental health, overall quality of life, and even impact cancer recurrence and survival rates in patients.

To participate, individuals should be at least 20 years old, newly diagnosed with primary lung or esophageal cancer (stages one to three), and able to communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese. They also need to have a good level of physical ability and be capable of using the internet or have someone who can assist them. Participants can expect a supportive environment focused on enhancing their well-being during treatment. If you're interested or know someone who might be eligible, this study is currently recruiting participants.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Patients with newly diagnosed primary lung cancer or esophageal cancer, from the first stage to the third stage.
• • 2. At least 20 years of age.
• • 3. Able to communicate in Mandarin Chinese or Taiwanese.
• • 4. Literate and free from cognitive disabilities.
• • 5. The attending physician agrees to participate in the study.
• • 6. Those who can connect to the Internet with mobile devices such as computers, mobile phones, and tablets, or those whose family members can assist in the operation.
• • 7. Those with Karnofsky Performance Scale (KPS) greater than or equal to 70 points.
• • 8. Those who are hospitalized for lung cancer or esophageal cancer lesion resection.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Congestive heart failure.
• • 2. Orthopedic diseases of the lower extremities that limit one's walking ability.